Disassembly & Assembly: Notes

CAUTION: If new clutch plates are being used, they should be soaked in clean automatic transmission fluid for at least 30 minutes before assembly.

NOTE: Inspect the clutch components for damage or wear. Install new components as necessary.

Inspect the drum surface for damage.
Inspect the clutch piston bore, and piston.
Check the fluid passages for obstructions. All fluid passages must be clean and free of obstructions.
Inspect the clutch plates for damage.
Inspect the clutch springs.

Disassemble the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table.

Fig 1: Disassembling & Assembling Direct Clutch Drum Assembly
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
To assemble, reverse the disassembly procedure.